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Billy Beane Reportedly Staying in Oakland Through 2019: Fan Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

TheSmallBallWay — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:52:49 +0000

Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff announced in an email to The Associated Press that GM Billy Beane and team president Michael Crowley will remain with the team through 2019. My instant reaction to the news was, “what has Beane done to deserve such an extension?” And to…

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A’s Extend Billy Beane Through 2019: A Fan’s Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

TheSmallBallWay — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:52:25 +0000

Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff wrote an email to the Associated Press confirming that a deal with general manager Billy Beane is being finalized. The deal reportedly will extend Beane’s contract through the 2019 season.

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A’s GM Beane receives contract extension

TheSmallBallWay — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:53:11 +0000

The man behind “Moneyball” will remain the man in front of the Oakland Athletics for at least eight more seasons. General manager Billy Beane has been given a contract extension that will run through 2019, team owner Lew Wolff said in an interview on Bloomberg Television.

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Cubs claim Cardenas from Oakland, designate DeWitt (PA SportsTicker)

TheSmallBallWay — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:55:13 +0000

The Chicago Cubs have claimed infielder Adrian Cardenas off waivers from the Oakland Athletics and designated infielder Blake DeWitt for assignment.

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Rockies acquire Guthrie from Orioles

TheSmallBallWay — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:53:11 +0000

DENVER – The Colorado Rockies acquired veteran right-hander Jeremy Guthrie from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, a move that bolsters their young rotation.

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Moneyball Highlights 2002 Oakland A’s 20 Game Winning Streak: Which Team Achieved a Similar Feat? (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

TheSmallBallWay — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:00:07 +0000

The wonderful film, ” Moneyball ,” is up for several Academy Awards, including best picture, lead actor, supporting actor and adapted screenplay. The movie highlights the 2002 Oakland Athletics and their incredible 20 game winning streak.

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Oakland Athletics Reportedly Express Strong Interest in Manny Ramirez: Fan Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

TheSmallBallWay — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:56:26 +0000

Apparently, the Oakland Athletics want to become a relevant team once again in the AL West. And to be honest, I’m fairly certain that most Oakland Athletics fans would be more than excited for that to happen. So far this off-season the Athletics have retained Coco Crisp, signed…

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Forever in pinstripes: Jorge Posada calls it a career, officially retires from the Yankees

TheSmallBallWay — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:53:29 +0000

Jorge Posada formally announced his retirement from baseball at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday morning, ending a 17-season career that was spent solely with the Bronx Bombers. Posada walks away from the sport with a fine résumé that includes 1,574 games … Continue reading →

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Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Derrick Hall won’t let his cancer change the best workplace in sports

TheSmallBallWay — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:52:58 +0000

A candidate to succeed Bud Selig as MLB commissioner, Hall is feeling better two months after his prostate was removed.

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Bailey, Red Sox agree to one-year contract

TheSmallBallWay — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:54:23 +0000

Closer Andrew Bailey and the Boston Red Sox agreed to terms on a one-year, $3.9 million contract, avoiding an arbitration hearing. Bailey asked for $4.7 million, while the team offered $3.35 million. The Red Sox acquired Bailey from the Oakland Athletics this winter with outfielder…

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